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Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Medical Assistant - Urology Clinic

Nursing & Frontline Patient Care +1Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilwaukee, WI, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A Medical Assistant must obtain American Heart Association Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers certification within 45 days unless the department leader determines it is not required.
  • An LPN must hold a state-issued Licensed Practical Nurse license for the state in which they practice.
  • A Medical Assistant must complete an accredited or approved Medical Assistant program or have two years of verifiable full-time Medical Assistant experience within the last five years.
  • An LPN must complete an accredited or approved Practical Nursing program.
  • Candidates must have a GED or high school equivalency diploma.
  • Candidates must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above their shoulders, and twist frequently throughout the workday.
  • Candidates must be able to lift and support 35 pounds while handling patients, medical equipment, and supplies.
  • Candidates must be able to push or pull with 30 pounds of force and perform a sliding transfer of 150 pounds with a second person present.
  • Candidates must have functional speech, vision, hearing, and touch, and be able to use fine hand manipulation skills for IV insertion and other procedures or functions.
  • Candidates must be able to maneuver foot pedals on carts or machines.
  • Candidates must be able to perform physical safety interventions, including patient restraint and verbal de-escalation, if needed.
  • Candidates may be exposed to chemicals, hazardous waste, blood, body fluids, and communicable disease, and must wear protective clothing and equipment as necessary.
  • Candidates must be able to respond quickly to changes in patient or unit conditions.
  • Physical Abilities Testing may be required.
  • The nurse leader may identify additional department-specific physical requirements for unique responsibilities.

Responsibilities

  • Welcome patients and support their transition into care.
  • Take and record vital signs, medical histories, and health screenings.
  • Prepare patients for exams and assist providers during procedures.
  • Administer medications and vaccines as directed.
  • Perform lab-related tasks, including specimen collection and point-of-care testing.
  • Document care accurately in the electronic health record.
  • Partner with physicians, nurses, and teammates to deliver coordinated care.

About the Company

Advocate Health Care

Nonprofit health system delivering comprehensive care

Advocate Health Care is a faith-based nonprofit health system serving Illinois and Wisconsin with a network of hospitals, clinics, and providers. It delivers a broad range of medical services using current techniques and ongoing research, coordinated through clinical integration. The organization offers financial advocacy and assistance to help uninsured or underinsured patients manage hospital bills. Its goal is to improve patient care and expand access by combining high-quality medical services, financial support, and a commitment to clinical excellence.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Late Stage VC
Total funding
$18M
Headquarters
Oak Brook, IL
Founded
1976

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